Aston Villa Starting XI vs Brentford: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup
A detailed team news and lineup prediction for the Aston Villa vs. Brentford match. The article covers player availability, returning squad members, and tactical considerations for manager Unai Emery.
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Aston Villa head into Saturday's meeting with Brentford looking for their first home league win of the season. They do so with momentum, after the 3-2 win away at Tottenham before the international break, and with a squad that suddenly looks healthier.
That changes the conversation. It also creates a few problems for Unai Emery, the sort of problems managers prefer. Pau Torres is back available after missing the trip to Spurs, Alysson has also returned, and Brian Madjo is in the frame after getting minutes in the 3-1 friendly win over Sevilla.
The likely Aston Villa lineup looks straightforward enough. Zion Suzuki should keep his place in goal. Across the back four, Matty Cash and Matteo Ruggeri are expected to start as full-backs, with Victor Lindelof and Pau Torres in central defence.
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